Young Poets Welcome for Talleres/Workshops at
Texas A&M International University May 4-5

Helping young writers to find their voice will be the focus of
two special workshops offered for high school students May 4-5 at
Texas A&M International University.

The Workshops are part of "Literatura Fronteriza: Letras
en el Borde 2000," a three-day bi-national meeting of poets,
novelists, essayists and literary critics that will be held in
both Nuevo Laredo and Laredo May 5-7.

Organizer Dr. Norma Cantu said "Talleres/Workshops:
Writing for Youth" will afford high school students a rare
opportunity to learn poetry skills in English or Spanish in
teachings designed for them.

"Our two presenters are gifted teachers who have a real
affinity for bringing the world and craft of poetry to life for
youngsters. I know this will be a meaningful day for students and
an opportunity for them to expand their creative abilities,"
Dr. Cantu said.

Paloma Acosta's work has been anthologized in numerous
national publications and her chapbooks have become collector's
items.

Most recently affiliated with the University of Texas' Mexican
American Studies Center, she is finishing her third collection of
poetry. Her workshop will be "English Poetry for Youth"
and will be held Friday, May 5 in Killam Library 330 from 9 a.m.
- 4 p.m.

Velarde, from Ciudad Victoria, has long been involved in
cultural enriching activities in Mexico that have spanned a
variety of media. He most recently managed radio programs for
Contracorriente and Musica Infinita while also utilizing his
graphic design skills for Cactus Editions. In addition to his own
poetry writing, he has recently completed a novel.

His workshop will be Spanish Poetry for Youth and will be held
Thursday, May 4, 2000 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. In Killam Library 430.

Talleres/Workshop participation will be limited to 12
participants.

The cost will be $60 per person per workshop, or both
workshops for $100. Deadline for registration is MONDAY, May 1.

The Workshops are part of "Literatura Fronteriza: Letras
en el Borde 2000," a two day bi-national meeting of poets,
novelists, essayists and literary critics that will be held in
both Nuevo Laredo and Laredo.